What: Arthur Christmas Movie NightWhen: Friday, December 4, 6:45pmWhere: Port Coquitlam Recreation ComplexThe skinny: Lace up your skates and celebrate with a movie and skate at the Recreation Centre here in Port Coquitlam. Come and show off your ice skating moves with friends and family, and check out the movie Arthur Christmas in the lobby! Movie is free, skate is regular admission.More info: portcoquitlam.ca

What: Port Coquitlam Lantern FestivalWhen: Saturday, December 5, 3pmWhere: Leigh Square, Port CoquitlamThe skinny: Bring your family and get into the community spirit as we light up the winter streets. Headed by The Carnival Band, there’s bound to be lots of music and fun times for all! Bring your own lantern for the parade or attend the workshop beforehand. Lantern Workshop at 3pm. Parade at 5pm.More info: portcoquitlam.ca

What: A Lantern Affair Celebration of Light!When: Sunday, December 6, 2pm – 4pmWhere: Place des Arts, CoquitlamThe skinny: Join us for our annual all-ages event and celebrate light at this dark time of year at Carré Heritage Square. Create your own lantern and other seasonal crafts; visit with Father Christmas; enjoy live music and song; browse the festive market, and take part in many more fun activities. Admission is FREE!More info: placedesarts.ca

What: Port Coquitlam Christmas ConcertWhen: Tuesday, December 8, 6:30pmWhere: Leigh Square, Port CoquitlamThe skinny: We’ll be rockin’ around the Christmas tree at Leigh Square during this year’s holiday concert. This will be no silent night, with the joyous sounds of Felice Choir led by music director and conductor Mr. Andrea Kim, the swinging classics and fun retro arrangements of The Beauty Shop Dolls, and a sing-along opportunity with The Port Coquitlam Stroke Association. $5, children under 12 free.More info: portcoquitlam.ca